Shimla Town
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Houses of modern Shimla build on the steep slopes of the mountain. Narrow streets packed with shops are linked with flights to steps, tunnels and alleys.
The bustling streets are filled with friendly, energetic and smiling people. Cargo is carried by porters on foot because the streets are too steep for wheeled carts.
The ridge, dominated by a traditional English Church, is a favourite place for people promenading in the evening.
The Governor General’s Lodge with British Coat of Arms over the door. From here a third of the world’s population was governed in the heyday of the British Empire.
In this conference room the partition of India and Pakistan was decided by Nehru, Gandhi and Zia.
